310 Animal H usbandry 
Brooding qualities. — Most of the egg-producing breeds are 
spoken of as “ non-sitters,”” by which is meant a natural disposi- 
tion not to incubate. With these fowls the tendency toward egg 
production has become so great that the hen has comparatively 
little desire to brood and exercise her maternal instincts. The 
brooding is usually done artificially (p. 339). 
Foraging qualities. — The egg-producing breeds are among the 
most active and industrious fowls. They seem to be constantly 
in search of food: Because of their activity and light bodies, 
they may obtain a considerable portion of their own living, if 
provided with sufficient range. Not only will these breeds obtain 
much of their own food if given a large range, but they will thrive 
better and produce a greater number of eggs. 
Sensitiveness to exposure. — All of the more noted egg breeds 
have large combs and watitles, as well as long, naked shanks, which 
make them sensitive to cold. If exposed, these parts are liable 
to be frosted. This calls for more comfortable quarters in cold 
latitudes. 
THE MEAT TYPE OF FOWLS 
The breeds of this type belong to the Asiatic class as grouped in 
the Standard of Perfection. 
Tur Name, Native Home, NuMBER or VARIETIES, AND WEIGHT oF BotH 
Mature Mare anp FEMALE FOR EACH OF THE BREEDS oF FowLs 
BELONGING To THE Megat TyPE 
WEIGHT, Pounps 
NUMBER OF 
Name of BREED Native Homa VARIETIES 
Male Female 
' 
Brahma .. Asia 2 11-12 83-93 
Cochin. . . . China 4 11 93 
Langshan . . : China 2 93 73 
